Race walking gait and its influence on race walking economy in world-class race walkers.
Josu Gomez-EzeizaJon Torres-UndaNicholas TamJon IrazustaCristina GranadosJordan Santos-ConcejeroPublished in: Journal of sports sciences (2018)
According to the results of this study, the fastest race walkers were more economi cal than the lesser performers. Similarly, shorter flight times are associated with a more efficient race walking economy. Coaches and race walkers should avoid modifying their race walking style by increasing flight times, as it may not only impair economy, but also lead to disqualification.
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